A spirited teen gets visits from God, who takes on various human forms to give her `assignments.' Not at all preachy or pretentious, this is a warm family drama with a classy ensemble cast portraying smartly defined characters, including Joan's police-dete (more…)A spirited teen gets visits from God, who takes on various human forms to give her `assignments.' Not at all preachy or pretentious, this is a warm family drama with a classy ensemble cast portraying smartly defined characters, including Joan's police-detective dad and her older brother, a paraplegic. It was one of the few successful scripted shows to premiere in the 2003-04 season.

Season 1, Episode 14 State of Grace

First Aired: February 6, 2004

Joan is less than pleased with her latest heavenly assignment, which finds her partnered on the debate team with a severe stutterer, arguing in favor of the unpopular installation of metal detectors at school. Meanwhile, Will investigates the vicious beating of a minister; Helen tries to come up with a good candidate for art teacher; and Kevin accepts an invitation from Rebecca for dinner at her place. Sydney Tamiia Poitier. Adam: Christopher Marquette. Grace: Becky Wahlstrom. Toni: April Grace.